A week in the north of Malawi is one that you will always remember. This trip offers a luxurious and idyllic holiday experience that takes you from the wilderness of Nyika National Park to a little-known paradise on Lake Malawi in a little pocket of Malawi in Mozambique.
Starting from the capital, Lilongwe, you'll explore the city before you journey out to Nyika National Park, a safari experience not to be missed with game viewing opportunities possible from the doorstep of your lodge. Learn about this unique higher climate on safari days and spend your time taking in the beauty of your location from the dam.
Kick back on Lake Malawi's best beaches on Likoma island where you'll stay on a lodge overlooking the sand as you explore by snorkelling, mountain biking and perhaps even sleeping under the stars while enjoying this small slice of one of Africa's Great Lakes. A week in the north of Malawi is one that you will always remember. This trip offers a luxurious and idyllic holiday experience that takes you from the wilderness of Nyika National Park to a little-known paradise on Lake Malawi in a little pocket of Malawi in Mozambique.
Starting from the capital, Lilongwe, you'll explore the city before you journey out to Nyika National Park, a safari experience not to be missed with game viewing opportunities possible from the doorstep of your lodge. Learn about this unique higher climate on safari days and spend your time taking in the beauty of your location from the dam.
Kick back on Lake Malawi's best beaches on Likoma island where you'll stay on a lodge overlooking the sand as you explore by snorkelling, mountain biking and perhaps even sleeping under the stars while enjoying this small slice of one of Africa's Great Lakes.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Malawi!
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Today you start your journey to northern Malawi. You will be transferred to Heuglin’s Lodge in the heart of Lilongwe. This afternoon you may want to visit the Lilongwe wildlife centre, a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre that provides a tour of the rescued animals. Alternatively, you can visit Kumbali Cultural Village.
Accommodation
Heuglin's Lodge
Activities
Free Time in LilongweOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Lilongwe International Airport to Heuglin's Lodge
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Lilongwe
Day 2
Drive to Nyika National Park
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After breakfast, head out on a scenic seven-hour journey to Nyika National Park and Chelinda Lodge where you will be staying. This Lodge is set against a pocket of hagenia woodland overlooking vast tracts of Nyika National Park’s rolling grasslands dotted with large herds of wildlife, fronted by a dam. This is the perfect base for your safari experience.
Accommodation
Chelinda Camp and Lodge★3 star
Transportations
Private Driver from Heuglin's Lodge to Chelinda Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Lilongwe
Northern Region
Day 3
Nyika National Park Safari Activities
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Nyika National Park is one of Malawi’s oldest and most iconic areas of wilderness. There are many species of game that can be spotted on the Nyika Plateau including Burchell’s zebra, roan antelope, mountain reedbuck, eland, leopard, spotted hyena, and the side-striped jackal. Your guide will take you to some of the best game viewing spots in the park. Birdlife is prolific wherever you go - there are over 400 species of birds here.
Accommodation
Chelinda Camp and Lodge★3 star
Activities
Nyika National Park Safari Walk
Nyika National Park
Nyika National Park
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Northern Region
Day 4
Nyika National Park Mountain Biking and Game Drive
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The mountain biking trails in Nyika National Park are an exhilarating way to explore the montane grasslands, see some wildlife and take in some of the parks stunning scenery. Seasonal fly fishing on a catch and release basis is allowed in the freshwater dams near the lodge. Permits and rods can be purchased at the lodge. As the sun sets, many of Nyika's nocturnal species can be spotted out on a game drive in the evening.
Accommodation
Chelinda Camp and Lodge★3 star
Activities
Mountain Biking in Nyika National ParkRequest to Book
Fly Fishing at Chelinda LodgeOptional Activity
Nyika National Park
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Northern Region
Day 5
Travel to Likoma Island and Explore
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Take a short plane ride to Likoma Island and a boat to Nkwichi Lodge. This little slice of paradise is hidden on the pristine Mozambican shores of Lake Malawi. Activities available include snorkelling, canoeing, sunset cruises, hiking, and village visits. Surrounded by baobabs and mango trees is Likoma’s star attraction, St Peter's Cathedral. It is the second-largest cathedral in Africa with stained glass and carved soapstone.
Accommodation
Nkwichi Lodge
Activities
Likoma Island
Transportations
Plane from Nyika National Park to Likoma Island
Boat from Likoma Island to Nkwichi Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Northern Region
Niassa Province
Likoma
Day 6
Nkwichi Lodge Activities
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Today is free for you to make the most of this beautiful location. Nkwichi Lodge sits right on one of Likoma Island's most beautiful beaches. Enjoy canoeing along the magical Rift Valley shoreline, as well as exploring the island and visiting the various villages either on foot or by mountain bike. Return to the lodge in time to catch the sunset and relax in this quiet corner of Lake Malawi.
Accommodation
Nkwichi Lodge
Activities
Canoeing in Likoma Island
Walks Around and Visit Villages on Likoma IslandOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Niassa Province
Day 7
Snorkelling & Sleep Under the Stars
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Take it easy on your second day on Likoma Island. You may wish to enjoy a snorkelling trip around the island where you'll explore a world of brilliantly coloured tropical fish, many of which are endemic to Lake Malawi. Spend a night out on the Star Beds on the beach if you wish. This magical experience gives you optimum comfort and the protection of mosquito net tents to watch the galaxy open up for you!
Accommodation
Nkwichi Lodge
Activities
Snorkeling in Lake Malawi
A Night under the StarsOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Niassa Province
Day 8
Departure from Lilongwe
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Start with breakfast on the beach. Then transfer by boat and take a short flight to Lilongwe International Airport in time for your departure.
Activities
A Night under the StarsOptional Activity
Transportations
Boat from Nkwichi Lodge to Likoma Island
Plane from Likoma Island to Lilongwe
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Niassa Province
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What’s included?
7 nights accommodation
6 activities
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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AU$ 9,836/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Malawi, Mozambique in 8 days
3-star accommodation
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